by K.J. HoweFor some people, planning for disaster is a lifestyle. These adrenalized experts are focused on being maximally prepared for any catastrophe—from a power outage to a nuclear war to the zombie apocalypse. While a few might go overboard, there is merit in anticipating and planning for...
by K.J. HoweThe personal computer and smart phone promised to set us free from meaningless, repetitive tasks and generate free time to be our best, creative selves—oh yeah, and offer a paperless office. Sadly, the latest research in this domain demonstrates this promise was hollow. Our technology...
by K.J. HoweIconic thrillers benefit from exceptional settings. In today’s competitive publishing environment, authors need every possible advantage to shine. But how do we know if the setting is integral to the work, perhaps even becoming an important character? Simple. If the story was set...
by K.J. HoweWith Boeing being in the news lately and the terrible tragedies of the two 737s that crashed, it's a tense time for air travellers. And turbulence is a scary proposition for many flyers, a very unsettling feeling of lack of control. Hopefully this blog will help put your mind at...
by KJ Howe There is no drama like courtroom drama. High stakes, aggressive arguments, forensic evidence, and the riveting uncertainty of what the verdict will be. What’s not to love? The American legal system has produced some of the most compelling trials in history. But which...
by K.J. HoweDo you ever feel embarrassed when you can’t find your keys or glasses, especially when you know you just had them a moment ago? Well it seems like the largest, most well-funded and powerful militaries in the world have a similar problem—only with nuclear weapons.While...
by K.J. HoweThe Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem is a treasured holy site for Christians. But for 39 days in the spring of 2002, it was the backdrop for the one of the most complicated sieges/hostage-takings and international negotiations in the modern history. In late...
Freddy Mercury, born Farrokh Bulsara--graced us from September 5, 1946 to November 24, 1991by K.J. HoweThe incredible success of the Bohemian Rhapsody biopic showcases the legendary voice of Freddie Mercury. His FOUR-octave range places him among the most gifted vocalists of the twentieth...
by K.J. HoweWith all the heartbreaking strife in the world these days, I'd like to light a candle of hope. Perhaps we can build more kindness and acceptance by uniting over a shared passion--BOOKS--as they can truly bring the world together, at least that is what I'm experiencing this week at the...
by K.J. HoweChurchill called the Soviet Union “a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma,” but this description aptly describes another country as well. For centuries, the very mention of China conjured a mysterious image, showcasing a complex, ancient culture whose...
